Tender

RFQ: Procurement of Batteries Glovebox

NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY

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Tender

10 Oct 2022 at 11:54

Summary of the contracting process

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) has initiated a tender process for the procurement of a glovebox dedicated to post-mortem battery analysis. The tender, titled "RFQ: Procurement of Batteries Glovebox," falls under the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment industry category. Located in London, United Kingdom, the procurement stage is currently active, with the tender closing on 1st November 2022. The contract period is scheduled to run from 31st January 2023 to 31st March 2023, with a total value of £50,000 in GBP.

This opportunity is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) with expertise in laboratory equipment. Businesses interested in competitive quotation processes below threshold can leverage this tender to expand their portfolio. The National Physical Laboratory, as the buying organization, is seeking suppliers who can provide a glovebox capable of working in the presence of metallic lithium, using Argon for filling to maintain sample integrity. Registering via the LUPC Bravo Portal is mandatory for all potential suppliers participating in this procurement process.

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Notice Title

RFQ: Procurement of Batteries Glovebox

Notice Description

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) requirement is for a glovebox dedicated to post-mortem battery analysis. The purpose is to safely dismantle aged Li-ion batteries and prepare samples for further analysis in a moisture and oxygen free environment. The setup needs to be able to work in presence of metallic lithium. Therefore, Argon must be used to fill the glovebox rather than Nitrogen to preserve the integrity of the harvested samples Additional information: The Authority is using the LUPC Bravo e-Procurement portal to conduct the procurement process. All Suppliers must register their company via the LUPC Bravo Portal.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fac7c901-8f72-4b87-b2f4-6b8073aab500
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff028805-4189-42f7-833c-b9364287a61f
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Oct 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Nov 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jan 2023 - 31 Mar 2023 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TEDDINGTON
Postcode
TW11 0LW
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Teddington
Westminster Constituency
Twickenham

Further Information

Notice Documents

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